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Scholarship Boost for 2026 High School Grads
Oakland County high school seniors and adult and alternative education program graduates may qualify for up to $4,000 with the Chancellor’s Scholarship at Oakland Community College (OCC).
OCC Culinary Instructor Inducted into American Academy of Chefs
Julie Selonke, CEC, Oakland Community College (OCC) culinary and management instructor and program coordinator for OCC’s Culinary Studies Institute, has been inducted into the American Academy of Chefs (AAC), the prestigious honor society of the American Culinary Federation (ACF). Her formal induction...
OCC Summer and Fall Registration Begins in March
Current and new students, including summer guest students, can register for summer and fall classes at Oakland Community College beginning in March. OCC offers flexible in-person, online and hybrid course formats, along with numerous scholarships and tuition-free opportunities.
OCC Theatre Presents “Mrs. Packard,” March 19-27
Timely drama about women’s and patients’ rights, telling the true story of a woman wrongfully committed by her husband, and her legal fight to prove her sanity.
OCC Earns State Recognition as Apprenticeship Leader
Oakland Community College receives Pre-Apprenticeship Endorsement and Champion Award for strengthening Michigan’s talent pipeline
Building Bridges through Conversation
Oakland Community College’s Conversation Partner Program helps non-native speakers build confidence, fluency and connection, while giving native speakers a broader global perspective.
Explore, Connect and Learn at OCC Open Houses
OCC invites prospective students and community members to learn more about two popular areas of study: Health Sciences and Arts, Culinary and Humanities. The March events are free, with an opportunity to explore programs, ask questions, and participate in demonstrations and activities.
OCC Student Heads for Spain to Study Abroad
Morgan Marcale is embarking on an exciting academic adventure, as the first student to participate in a new study abroad program. The 19-year-old is studying at the International College of Seville, in Seville, Spain, for the winter semester, from late January through early May.
Black History Month: Celebrating the Achievements of OCC’s Black Alumni
In honor of Black History Month, we celebrate the accomplishments of Black alumni whose leadership, service and creativity continue to inspire the OCC community. Learn more about their journeys and milestones and what Black History Month means to them.
OCC Internships Open Doors, Connecting Students and Employers
Oakland Community College is building strong bridges between education and industry. Through OCC’s Career Services internships, students gain real-world experience while employers discover emerging talent, creating partnerships that often lead to long-term employment.